intel
Americannoun
noun
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“That remains the secret sauce — the magic — when it comes to making our communities more safe. Working together, collaborating, sharing intel and resources and teaming up,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
"Whether that's staying here and fighting for my place or potentially going elsewhere, I'm still unsure at the moment until I get some more intel."
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
It was just the kind of close-to-the-ground intel that Niederhoffer looked for, and he sensed an opportunity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
A checklist also found on Mangione contained entries including "intel check in" and reminders to purchase a camera from the Best Buy retail chain.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
My feelings must be showing, because he says: “Hey, I’m sorry you didn’t get more intel from your mom’s friend.”
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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